YouTube television comes to CCL

CCLTV press release

A new type of entertainment has come to the Cedar Creek Lake area in the form of Cedar Creek Lake Television or CCLTV.

CCLTV is the product of James Robertson and Paul Gilford, both veterans of the United States Navy. James is the creator and sole manager of the online news blog Cedar Creek Lake Neighborhoods. Paul is the former video/audio manager of The Venue, a business formerly open in Gun Barrel City. The two began discussing CCLTV earlier in 2013 and launched the first segment of their new local station for free viewing on Youtube in August of 2013.

The aim of Cedar Creek Lake Television is to spotlight local businesses, non-profit organizations, individuals, and places of interest around Cedar Creek Lake, showcasing things such as the Gun Barrel City airport in hopes that company executives and owners will visit the area and establish their businesses here. The first segment which aired last week showcased the Athens Farmers Market, a small business in Tool called McDades Nursery and featured special local musical guest Kadie Lynn.
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YouTube television comes to CCL

CCLTV press release

A new type of entertainment has come to the Cedar Creek Lake area in the form of Cedar Creek Lake Television or CCLTV.

CCLTV is the product of James Robertson and Paul Gilford, both veterans of the United States Navy. James is the creator and sole manager of the online news blog Cedar Creek Lake Neighborhoods. Paul is the former video/audio manager of The Venue, a business formerly open in Gun Barrel City. The two began discussing CCLTV earlier in 2013 and launched the first segment of their new local station for free viewing on Youtube in August of 2013.

The aim of Cedar Creek Lake Television is to spotlight local businesses, non-profit organizations, individuals, and places of interest around Cedar Creek Lake, showcasing things such as the Gun Barrel City airport in hopes that company executives and owners will visit the area and establish their businesses here. The first segment which aired last week showcased the Athens Farmers Market, a small business in Tool called McDades Nursery and featured special local musical guest Kadie Lynn.
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Bulletin Board — August 15

The Bulletin Board is posted every Thursday morning. It is an opportunity for our users to list garage sales, items for sale, items wanted, job listings … well, you get the idea. Just send us a message on our Facebook page, or click the “Contact Us” link above and give us your information. And as always with Henderson County Now, there is no charge for advertising on the Bulletin Board.

GARAGE SALE

— Garage sale Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. until ?? A little bit of everything. Location is 611 Laurel Road, Athens.

— Saturday only from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Three family garage sale at 214 Lacosta St. near the Cain Center. Furniture, baby clothes, men’s Abercrombie and Hollister shirts, household items, TV and much more.

— We moved from a larger house and never downsized our “stuff.” It’s time to simplify! Thursday-Friday-Saturday (Aug. 15, 16 and 17) at 131 Lakeway Lane (off Legendary / Boshart) in Gun Barrel City. Lots of everything: Clothes (boys, men, women’s), books, pictures, knick knacks, toys, recliner, bed, this and that. Too much to list!

— Garage sale, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 16-17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hillside Storage Unit #2. This is located in Highway 31 East. There will be clothes, shoes, books, movies, jewelry, purses, glassware, dishes, furniture, a toddler bed, porcelain dolls, doll furniture, and a lot of misc. items at a good price.

— Two-family garage sale … All week except when raining. Located 15074 CR 2329 outside of Eustace; down 316 (about one mile past the city limit sign on the left) going toward Log Cabin. Lots of goodies for both men and women. Not just clothes! Come check us out.

FUNDRAISER

— Bob and Carol Morton will be holding a bake sale at Walmart this Saturday, Aug. 17, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. to raise funds for the Multiple Sclerosis Society and to help support their Bike MS rides in San Antonio and Florida.

FOR SALE

— CAR — 2000 limited edition Tahoe. Normal wear and tear, good a/c, NEW tires battery radiator and hoses, one owner, leather heated seats. 250k … $2500 903-340-4921 located in Athens. (Photo below)

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— HAY — Horse quality coastal hay for sale. Both square and round bales. Call 903-348-2150.

— TACK SALE — Geddie Feed (314 North Faulk St., Athens) will be having a 50 percent off sale for selected items of horse tack: many halters, bridles, breast collars, bits and more will be marked off 50 percent. Hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SERVICES

— BABYSITTING — I’m looking for someone who’s looking for a babysitter, I’m really good with kids. I’m located in the Mabank/Gun Barrel area. For more information you can text me at 903-340-4280.

— PERSONAL ASSISTANT  — Position Wanted Cedar Creek Lake: I am your next personal assistant. I am available for a myriad of duties: open your house for the weekend; clean your home; grocery shopping; pet sitting; running errands; administrative help; cook dinner; plan events and cake decorator (I am even a hair dresser).

This is just a short list of the things I can do. Please contact me if you have specific projects or questions. I look forward to hearing from you. Serious inquiries only. Cristie 214-212-4294.

— PRESSURE WASHING — After the intership I did for Mclean Family Power Washing, I have the experience to be offering pressure washing houses, boat houses, anything that needs to be cleaned. Call 903-574-4477.

AMS Cheerleaders rock cheer camp

AMS cheer 2

The Athens Middle School cheerleaders had a great time at NCA Cheer Camp recently, bringing home awards for Performance Top Team, Most Improved, Champion Chant, S.P.O.T. Award for skills in spotting and stunt technique, Technical Excellence, and Herkie Team Award for having the best leadership, values, teamwork and sportsmanship. Also, Jordan Ickes was named All-American and Tamya Hubbard won Most Spirited Mascot. Pictured are: back row from left, Taegan Allen, Reiley Spears (All-American nominee), Ramona Hutson, Jameara Monmouth (All-American nominee), Jojo Weinstein (All-American nominee), NCA Cheerleader Morgan, Deja Johnson (All-American nominee), Kelcee Johnson (All-American nominee), Elizabeth Davis (All-American nominee); front row from left, Rachel Young (All-American nominee), Jordan Ickes (All-American Cheerleader), Rachel Grey, Landon Criner (All-American nominee), Baylee Deshazo (All-American nominee), Lily Mahmoud; seated, Tamya Hubbard (mascot). The AMS cheerleaders sponsor is Sandy Koehler. (COURTESY PHOTO)

Obituary: Marguerite ‘Maggie’ Christina Harris

Marguerite Christina Harris
Marguerite Christina Harris

Marguerite Christina Harris, of Gun Barrel City, was born on Dec. 23, 1929 in Portland, Maine to parents William Moore and Dorothy Cummings Champlin and entered into eternal rest on July 17, 2013 at the age of 83.

Marguerite, known as Maggie, was a very disciplined and determined woman who enjoyed living life to its fullest. She was a Powers Model during the 50’s in New York City; she enjoyed working in her yard, loved traveling, and had a passion for oil painting. Maggie had a lot of friends she would spend time with and she absolutely loved eating lobster. She loved to sew and was quite talented. Maggie attended Bayside High School in Flushing, NY. She was a direct descendant of Stephen Hopkins who was a passenger on the Mayflower; and, Stephen Hopkins Continue reading “Obituary: Marguerite ‘Maggie’ Christina Harris”